Records Technician - Sheriff's Office (Jail)

Position Description

Join the Anoka County Sheriff's Office (ACSO), where every day our members follow our mission "To protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust." We invite you to consider joining these public safety professionals as a Records Technician. This position performs a variety of duties which include preparation and transcription of investigative documents and the accurate maintenance of records. The also assist the public with inquiries on the status of records, bail fees, and general information as it relates to the Sheriff's Office.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $42,619 to $50,065 ($20.49 to $24.07 per hour).

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 26- LELS 567: $42,619 to $57,512 ($20.49 to $27.65 per hour). 2026 salary ranges to be determined pending ratification of labor agreement. 

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at  https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Jail, 325 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303.

• Expected work hours are Tuesday – Saturday 3:00 pm. To 11: 00 pm. Schedule may vary based on business needs and at supervisor discretion. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Records Technician.

• Answer telephones and handle inquiries from the general public, attorneys, domestic abuse victims, and law enforcement agencies.

• Interpret and disseminate data to law enforcement agencies and the general public.

• Input various types of information into the law enforcement records system.

• Interpret information accurately and consistently from a variety of sources including law enforcement officers, and other counties and states.

• Disseminate information only after taking into consideration data privacy laws.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent education.

• Possess or able to obtain within six months of hire a Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and/or Criminal Justice Information Services certification.

• Must be able to credibly testify in a court of law.

• Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• One year of full-time related clerical experience which includes heavy word processing.

• Experience in law enforcement, corrections, or legal environment.

• Current BAC/CJIS certification.

• Knowledge of generally accepted office procedures and laws governing data practices.

• Knowledge of Minnesota Offense Codes, BAC, Odyssey, CJIS, Criminal Justice Reporting System (CJRS), and National Crime Center (NCIC).

• Able to organize, prioritize, and coordinate workflows.

• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruption.

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment.

• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness.

• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.

• Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work.

• Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs.

• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and the Law Enforcement Labor Services.

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process

Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO